2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 1986 Lada Riva
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Express is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lada Riva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lada Riva would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1986 Lada Riva. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1986 Lada Riva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1519 kg more than 1986 Lada Riva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lada Riva. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lada Riva. 2007 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1986 Lada Riva has manual transmission. 1986 Lada Riva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 1986 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Express | Riva |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2420 mm |
